QS Europe 2025 rankings: International mobility marks ENS de Lyon

ENS de Lyon stands out in a very good position in the QS Europe rankings 2025, especially regarding the criteria focused on the number of outbound exchange students

On July 10, 2024, QS released its 2025 European university rankings. ENS de Lyon stands out in a very good position, especially regarding the criteria focused on the number of outbound exchange students, which demonstrates the important focus on the internationalization and global reach policy of our School.

We are thrilled to share the remarkable achievements of ENS de Lyon. Specifically, our School ranks:
  • 1st in France (2nd place in Europe) for "Outbound Exchange Students," highlighting our commitment to international mobility and the efforts we make to facilitate it for all’our students.
  • 1st in France for "Papers per Faculty" (5th place in Europe), demonstrating the impressive impact of our human-sized establishment in the world of research and academia.


These rankings highlight our dedication to academic quality, impactful research, and fostering global connections. Faculty, students, and staff are to be recognized and thanked for their contribution to this success.

As we celebrate these achievements, we also look to the future with optimism and determination. ENS de Lyon remains committed to enhancing our international partnerships, expanding our research endeavors, and providing our students with the best possible education and opportunities.

ENS de Lyon in international rankings

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